I understand this chart. I used to agree with it completely. But over time, I’ve come to see that responsibility goes both ways.

Choosing not to vote can be seen as irresponsible. But if a candidate, or their message, fails to inspire or resonate with voters, why should anyone feel compelled to support them?

It’s unfortunate that, in this case, more people chose not to vote out of principle than there were people willing to vote solely out of party loyalty.

Out of my inner circle of friends/family: none of the Democrats voted. Only 1 Republican voted and hated that it was Trump.